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Crispy Baby Potatoes with Pesto Salsa

Cultural Context

Crispy Baby Potatoes with Pesto Salsa is a delightful Italian-inspired dish that celebrates the simplicity of fresh ingredients. Originating from the tradition of using seasonal produce, this dish combines the earthy flavor of roasted potatoes with the vibrant, herbaceous notes of pesto. It's a favorite side dish for family gatherings and casual dinners, often enjoyed with grilled meats or as part of a vegetarian spread. Today, variations abound, with many incorporating different herbs or nuts into the pesto, making it a versatile addition to any meal.

ItalianITside
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 kilo baby potatoes
20 g dill
20 g chives
30 g coriander
30 g basil
20 g cashew nuts
20 g Parmigiano Reggiano
10 g chili flakes
2 cloves garlic
220 ml olive oil
salt
pepper
mozzarella
a few basil leaves
grated Parmesan

pine nuts

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: walnuts

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide a similar texture and flavor at a lower cost.

parmesan cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: nutritional yeast

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

1

Cut 3 asparagus spears, 20 g dill, 20 g chives, 30 g coriander, and 30 g basil into small pieces.

2

Put everything into a blender.

3

Add 20 g of cashew nuts, 20 g of Parmigiano Reggiano, 10 g of chili flakes, and 2 cloves of garlic to the blender.

4

Pour in 220 ml of olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.

5

Blend everything at medium speed until well combined.

6

In a bowl, add 1 kilo of baby potatoes and half of the pesto-style salsa.

7

Mix everything thoroughly to coat the potatoes with the salsa.

8

Spread the potatoes onto a baking tray and season with salt and pepper.

9

Bake in the oven at 200ยฐC for 30โ€“35 minutes.

10

Transfer the potatoes back into a bowl and add a few basil leaves and grated Parmesan.

11

Pour in the second half of the pesto-style salsa and add mozzarella.

12

Mix well to combine everything.

Cooking Techniques

roastingblending

Equipment Needed

blenderbaking trayovenbowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milknuts

Also Known As

Crispy Potatoes with PestoPesto Roasted Baby Potatoes
Local Name: Patate Baby Croccanti con Salsa Pesto

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